Elections, governments and diplomacy around the world, and what they mean for Sweden.
Bloody gang wars and deadly police operations. A civilian population in fear, increasingly caught in the crossfire. The escalating wave of violence in the Brazilian state of Bahia - one of Lula da Silva's strongest strongholds - could prove the president's downfall when Brazil goes to the polls.
World politicsThe battle between US President Donald Trump and the media continues. The White House's latest move is to bar CNN reporters from traveling with Trump on Air Force One on Saturday.
World politicsAI agents from OpenAI have once again behaved in unexpected ways without the company’s knowledge, according to an announcement from OpenAI.
World politicsThe US and China are establishing a “line of communication” for AI-related incidents, according to the White House.
World politicsUS President Donald Trump is blocking nearly a billion dollars, equivalent to nearly ten billion kronor, from being used, even though Congress had previously approved the spending.
World politicsEurope faces a French revolution as the extremes take to the streets in a race to become the new president. The winner could be the least unpopular.
World politicsDonald Trump and Xi Jinping met and declared friendship and cooperation - but the two world leaders gave no new information on the many disputes that keep the great powers apart. "We have built a friendship, a really strong friendship," Trump said.
World politicsCanada is taking revenge on US President Donald Trump by renaming a street that bears his name.
World politicsBelarus continues to release political prisoners in an attempt to get the US to ease sanctions against the country.
World politicsChinese President Xi Jinping has arrived at the White House, where he was welcomed by Donald Trump, who in his opening speech emphasized the friendship between the leaders. President Xi and I have done great things for our countries when we have worked together, he said. Xi responded with a gift: two pandas to symbolize friendship between the countries.
World politicsThis year, at least 61 wolf pups have been born in Denmark. The time when it may be appropriate to give the go-ahead for wolf hunting is approaching, according to Christian Rabjerg Madsen (S), Minister for the Environment and Animal Welfare.
World politicsThe Kremlin said on Thursday that it "will consider" the U.S. invitation to Russian President Vladimir Putin to attend the G20 summit in Miami in December.
World politicsThe Party for Authenticity and Modernity (PAM) is on course for an election victory in Morocco. The party is close to the royal family and is part of the coalition that held government power before the election.
World politicsA federal judge has overturned the White House’s ban on media companies CNN, Politico and MS NOW. After several twists and turns, CNN has at least returned.
World politicsChinese President Xi Jinping said he looks forward to discussing "the global situation" with his American counterpart Donald Trump in a statement.
World politicsVenezuela's interim president Delcy Rodríguez promises during a speech at the UN General Assembly that elections will be held in the country.
World politicsChinese President Xi Jinping has arrived in the United States. Donald Trump and his wife Melania Trump personally welcomed him at Joint Base Andrews.
World politicsIranian President Masoud Pezeshkian portrayed his country as a victim from the podium at the United Nations and called US President Donald Trump a “bully.” The US responded by walking out of the hall during his speech.
World politicsElection observers from the OSCE are not being invited to monitor the US congressional elections in November. "Regrettable," the organization writes in a statement.
World politicsAccess to the White House is “a privilege, not a right,” the Justice Department wrote in a filing to the court that will decide whether US President Donald Trump has the right to bar media outlets.
World politicsThe AI arms race is in full swing, while concerns grow that the rapid pace of technological development poses a global threat. Now the leaders of the AI rivals, the US and China, are meeting.
World politicsTalks between Iran and the United States have been taking place behind the scenes at the UN General Assembly in New York, which President Trump described as “very good.” Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is expected to speak on Wednesday.
World politicsA Republican senator wants a Senate committee to investigate the circumstances surrounding Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding, a party that was partly paid for by a Russian oligarch close to Vladimir Putin.
World politicsUS relations with the UK are better under new British Prime Minister Andy Burnham, Donald Trump said after the two leaders met at the UN General Assembly.
World politicsRussian-Uzbek oligarch Alisher Usmanov has been removed from the EU's sanctions list against Russia. Notorious oligarch Mikhail Fridman has also been removed in a compromise solution.
World politicsThe United States will no longer allow threats to gain a foothold in the Western Hemisphere and will use its “unparalleled” military power to secure its vital national interests if necessary, Donald Trump said in his speech to the United Nations General Assembly, where he repeated the threat to “destroy” Iran.
World politicsIreland is urging EU countries to start opening up to compromises in the talks on the next long-term budget. Sweden, however, continues to say no to most of it.
World politicsThe White House is launching Trump TV, a YouTube channel that will show speeches and "the best moments" with President Donald Trump around the clock, BFMTV reports.
World politicsVladimir Putin will be able to rule even more unhindered, as his ruling party is credited with an even larger supermajority in the elections to the Russian State Duma.
World politicsSeveral American television networks are stopping coverage of Donald Trump's appearances through the common media pool that normally follows the president's press conferences. The move comes after Trump barred CNN, Politico and MS NOW from entering the White House.
World politicsFrance and Slovakia want to lift EU sanctions against Russian-Uzbek oligarch Alisher Usmanov. If so, stricter visa rules for Russian tourists are the counter-demand.
World politicsPresident Vladimir Putin's United Russia party has retained its majority in the State Duma, as expected. The party received almost 58 percent of the vote in this weekend's tightly controlled election. EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas is calling the election a setback for Russian democracy.
World politicsThis weekend's two German state elections were "catastrophic," according to Chancellor Friedrich Merz. But he will not leave his post, promising to keep the governing coalition together for Germany's "democratic future."
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An explosion has occurred outside the entrance to an apartment building in Rosengård, Malmö, police say.
CrimePolice are investigating a suspected murder in Ludvika municipality. A woman is dead, and a man has been arrested.
CrimeA ten-year-old boy has been injured in an accident at a motocross track outside Kalmar. He has been admitted to the intensive care unit, Barometern reports.
SwedenThe Left Party will not back down from its demand to join a red-green government, the party’s vice-chair Ida Gabrielsson says on X. The parties’ red lines must be softened if a government is to be formed, Social Democrat Anders Ygeman says.
Swedish politicsAfter decades of deforestation, drought and fires, the Amazon rainforest is now emitting more carbon dioxide than it absorbs, a new study shows.
SwedenThe scent of grazing crustaceans can be used in a warning system for toxic algal blooms. The method could provide up to seven weeks’ advance warning of outbreaks.
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Democrat Haley Stevens lost the Democratic primary for the Michigan Senate seat to Abdul El-Sayed. She is now endorsing the state’s Republican candidate, Mike Rogers.
World politicsPresident Ilijana Jotova looks set to win Bulgaria’s election. According to two exit polls, she is expected to receive between 51 and 53 percent of the vote.
ConflictsThe rival political sides in Israel must accept the election results and do what they can to avoid a snap election, President Isaac Herzog says.
World politicsThe flare-up in fighting between Saudi Arabia and the Iran-backed Houthi movement has forced more than 300,000 people to flee their homes in Yemen, according to the UN.
ConflictsBritish police have arrested 325 people in connection with a demonstration on Saturday in support of the pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action.
ConflictsFrench prosecutors have decided to open an attempted murder investigation after a Molotov cocktail was thrown at gendarmes during clashes at a large demonstration in Paris.
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The stock market has turned downwards after several AI-linked companies failed to meet expectations. Tech giants have invested trillions in a short time, and investors now want to know whether it is worth it. “The big cloud of concern is the enormous investments American companies are currently making in data centers and AI,” says Maria Landeborn, a savings economist at Danske Bank.
TechnologyHandelsbanken's currency forecast suggests the euro and US dollar could weaken against the Swedish krona by summer 2027, potentially making holidays abroad somewhat cheaper for people spending kronor. The forecast is conditional, not a promise.
BusinessThe number of bankruptcies fell by 15 percent in October compared with the same month last year, according to statistics from credit reporting company Syna.
BusinessThe decision will be made on Tuesday. Donald Trump could then lose the midterm elections. A setback for the Republican president could lead to new threats of tariffs, analysts say. But it’s not certain that a Democratic victory in Congress would calm things down, says SEB chief economist Jens Magnusson.
BusinessThe European Commission, the Council president, the European Parliament and scores of member states are pushing for new EU revenue to secure agreement on a new long-term budget. Sweden is firmly resisting - but for how long?
BusinessBinance announces that withdrawals from the crypto exchange will gradually resume on Sunday. At the same time, the FBI says North Korean hackers are behind the multi-billion-dollar heist targeting the crypto platform.
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Victory in the New York Marathon brings nearly one million kronor in prize money. But the big money is likely still to come for Andreas Almgren after his success. “All doors will open,” says his manager, Daniel Wessfeldt.
SportsReigning champions Arsenal beat Liverpool 1-0 away in the Premier League. Afterwards, Liverpool coach Andoni Iraola said that striker Alexander Isak needs to start going to ground.
FootballAndreas Almgren has won the New York Marathon on his marathon debut. “It’s actually impossible,” running icon Anders Gärderud tells Radiosporten.
SportsBoth police officers and spectators were injured when unrest broke out in the stands during the Allsvenskan derby between Häcken and IFK Göteborg. A total of 15 people have been arrested.
FootballVäxjö are 12th in the SHL standings after 14 games. The Småland club is now taking action: coach Björn Hellkvist has been fired.
Ice hockeyAndreas Almgren wins the New York City Marathon. The Swede crushed the opposition to win the major race on his marathon debut in a time of 2:06:01. The victory also qualifies him for the marathon at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
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Radio personality David Druid is taking a break from hosting “Morgonpasset i P3” after video clips of him were shared on social media.
EntertainmentAmerican film director Michael Mann has accidentally shot himself in the leg, according to TMZ.
TV & filmThe year's best book for nine- to twelve-year-olds has been chosen. “Smoke” by Linda Johansson has won the Children's Radio Book Prize.
EntertainmentHeidi Klum is known for her spectacular Halloween costumes, and this year was no exception. The supermodel was unrecognizable at her annual party, where she appeared as a giant severed hand.
EntertainmentThere has been quite a storm surrounding “Married at First Sight XL”. This week, two of the show’s experts announced that they would not return for the next season. Now the couple Max Turpeinen and Belinda Hillman are being asked to leave the SVT production mid-season.
TV & filmAfter two weeks of duels, “Idol” has now started its “real” Saturday finals.
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Sweden's All Saints' Day (Alla helgons dag) is a public holiday and falls on Saturday, October 31, the same day as Halloween. The Church of Sweden observes All Souls' Day (Alla själars dag) the following day, Sunday, November 1.
Living in SwedenIn Sweden, All Saints' Day is a time to remember those who are no longer with us and place a candle at their graves.
Living in SwedenSweden has been named the country with the world's strongest passport in the Global Passport Report 2026
SwedenThere are a few things that Swedes don't really want to compromise on when it comes to their Midsummer table. Pickled herring, new potatoes, sour cream, chives, and of course strawberries.
SwedenSwedish Pick and mix candy has gone from being an integral part of Saturday treats to becoming an international sensation. On TikTok, feeds are filled with colorful bags, foam skulls, sour bottles, and Americans discovering that candy doesn't have to taste like it was designed in a laboratory with neon lights.
Living in SwedenSweden is entering the 2026 World Cup with a strong offense that will likely keep many defenders up at night. Alexander Isak and Viktor Gyökeres are the big stars in the squad, Victor Nilsson Lindelöf is the team captain with extensive experience, and Graham Potter has assembled a team with maximum Premier League weight.
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